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What is the main focus of clinical pharmacy as compared to traditional pharmacy?
What is the main focus of clinical pharmacy as compared to traditional pharmacy?
What are the action levels of clinical pharmacy according to the text?
What are the action levels of clinical pharmacy according to the text?
What does pharmacovigilance (PV) involve?
What does pharmacovigilance (PV) involve?
What is the goal of clinical pharmacy according to the text?
What is the goal of clinical pharmacy according to the text?
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Which level does clinical pharmacy operate during the clinical trials and drug information phase?
Which level does clinical pharmacy operate during the clinical trials and drug information phase?
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Study Notes
Clinical Pharmacy vs Traditional Pharmacy
- Clinical pharmacy focuses on patient-centered care, optimizing medication therapy, and promoting health outcomes, whereas traditional pharmacy focuses on dispensing medications.
Levels of Clinical Pharmacy
- Clinical pharmacy operates at three action levels:
- Clinical pharmacy practice level (patient care)
- Educational level (pharmacist training)
- Research level (generating new knowledge)
Pharmacovigilance (PV)
- Pharmacovigilance involves monitoring, detecting, and preventing adverse drug reactions to ensure safe and effective use of medications.
Goal of Clinical Pharmacy
- The primary goal of clinical pharmacy is to optimize medication therapy, improving patient outcomes, and enhancing quality of life.
Clinical Trials and Drug Information
- Clinical pharmacy operates at the research level during clinical trials and drug information phase, generating new knowledge and evaluating medications.
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Test your knowledge of the services provided by clinical pharmacists in various settings such as hospitals, community pharmacies, nursing homes, and clinics. Explore the differences between clinical pharmacy and traditional pharmacy, and understand the ethical considerations in clinical pharmacy practice.